{"product_id":"2021-menghai-gongbing-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake-357g-yunnan-seven-sons-shou-puer-勐海贡饼熟茶","title":"2021 Menghai Gongbing Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g Yunnan Seven Sons Shou Puer 勐海贡饼熟茶","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2021 Menghai Gongbing Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g 勐海贡饼熟茶\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA traditional 357g Yunnan Seven Sons ripe Pu-erh tea cake produced in 2021 from Yunnan arbor large-leaf tea. This Menghai Gongbing style combines a dark, mature leaf appearance with a clear red-brown liquor, rounded body and the smooth, mellow character associated with shou Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTea Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe Pu-erh \/ Shou Puer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menghai Gongbing \/ 勐海贡饼\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yunnan, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yunnan arbor large-leaf tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 357g per cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seven Sons compressed tea cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe liquor brews a deep red-brown with mellow woody depth, gentle sweetness and a smooth, substantial mouthfeel. The compressed leaves show visible golden-brown tips, while the cup stays rounded and comfortable through repeated infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGongfu Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen \u003cstrong\u003e7–8g\u003c\/strong\u003e from the edge or back of the cake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a 100–150ml gaiwan or Yixing teapot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse water at \u003cstrong\u003e95–100°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse 1–2 times for around 5 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart the first drinking infusion at \u003cstrong\u003e8–10 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease later infusions gradually by 5–10 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant fully after each infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEveryday Teapot\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse around 5g tea per 300ml near-boiling water. Steep for 2–3 minutes and re-steep to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair with dim sum, roasted meats, mushrooms, walnuts, sesame pastries, dark chocolate and mooncake. The mellow profile also works well as an after-meal tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTea-Room Display \u0026amp; Interior Styling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cream-and-red wrapper and classic round cake shape suit traditional Chinese, new-Chinese and warm study-room interiors. Display the wrapped cake upright on a dark wood or lacquer stand beside a Yixing teapot, tea pick and small tasting cups. Keep any display area dry and away from direct sunlight, steam and strong fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGift Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe full 357g cake and traditional Seven Sons presentation make this a strong gift for Pu-erh drinkers, housewarmings, business gifting, Lunar New Year and Mid-Autumn gatherings. Pair with a tea knife or small gaiwan for a more complete set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a clean, dry, ventilated and odor-free place away from direct sunlight, excessive humidity, perfume, smoke, spices and household chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is ripe Pu-erh \/ shou puer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat year is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cake was produced in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much does one cake weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach cake weighs 357g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat tea material is used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt uses Yunnan arbor large-leaf tea material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect mellow woody depth, soft sweetness, a red-brown liquor and a rounded smooth body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I rinse it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. One or two quick rinses are recommended before the first drinking infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat water temperature works best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 95–100°C water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I break the cake?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInsert a Pu-erh pick gently from the edge or back and loosen thin layers rather than forcing the center.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for gifting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The traditional 357g cake format makes it especially suitable for tea gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I display it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Keep the wrapped cake in a dry location away from direct sunlight, steam and strong odors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ClayZenith","offers":[{"title":"357g Tea Cake","offer_id":62645934751825,"sku":"CZ-PUER-GONGBING-2021-357G","price":79.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/6297\/6849\/files\/2021-menghai-gongbing-ripe-puer-tea-cake-357g-01.jpg?v=1789648710","url":"https:\/\/clayzenith.com\/products\/2021-menghai-gongbing-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake-357g-yunnan-seven-sons-shou-puer-%e5%8b%90%e6%b5%b7%e8%b4%a1%e9%a5%bc%e7%86%9f%e8%8c%b6","provider":"ClayZenith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}